What type of relationship does Salesforce create when establishing a connection in EDA?

When establishing a connection in the Education Data Architecture (EDA) in Salesforce, a reciprocal relationship is created. In this context, a reciprocal relationship implies that both parties can engage with each other in meaningful ways. For instance, an individual student can be connected to multiple programs, courses, and events, while those programs or courses can also have connections back to the student.

This type of relationship provides a more dynamic interaction between entities, allowing for mutual recognition and interaction. In educational environments, this is particularly important as it reflects how students, instructors, courses, and programs interact with one another in real educational scenarios. The reciprocal nature of these connections allows Salesforce users to easily navigate and manage the various interconnections across the educational ecosystem.

The other options do not accurately describe the relationship type in EDA. A non-reciprocal relationship would imply that one party recognizes another, but not vice versa, which does not align with the interactivity required in an educational context. A unilateral relationship suggests a one-way connection without mutual engagement, while a hierarchical relationship typically indicates a defined structure or chain of command, which doesn’t represent the fluid connections seen in educational data management.